Iowa sophomore receiver Diante Vines says the Hawkeyes’ worst in the nation offense needs to help the defense as they get ready to host Northwestern. Iowa only generated 158 yards and turned the ball over six times in a 54-10 loss at second ranked Ohio State.

Vines says the offense needs to start helping out.

Vines returned last week after a preseason wrist injury and says the receivers need to do their part.

Spencer Petras and Alex Padilla have been splitting time in practice with the first unit this week and sophomore receiver Arland Bruce says they will be ready for either one.